Category: Updates from Rose Bay Secondary College

Rose Bay house system

Term 1 of 2019 has seen the launch of a brand new House System at Rose Bay Secondary College. Working collaboratively with students, teachers, and the wider school community, the new house system has been designed to promote an increased sense of school-wide engagement whilst also maintaining the unique identity of the college.

Women's day

This week the female school captains and a group of singers from RBSC attended the Waverly Seniors International Women’s Day high tea. 

They were joined by a number of local community members and Dr Kerryn Phelps AM MP.  Jessica, from the student leaders, delivered a moving speech about her achievements and dreams and how our school is helping her achieve those dreams. She received a roaring round of applause with many of the members of Waverly Seniors commenting on how she is an inspiration to them. 

Bring back memories, not measles

With school holidays just around the corner, it’s time to visit your doctor to check that you and your family are fully protected against measles, before you travel overseas.

Measles is a serious, highly contagious, viral illness that is easily spread through the air when an infectious person coughs, sneezes or breathes. If you and your family are not fully vaccinated, or have never been vaccinated, you are at risk of contracting measles.

Not sure if you’re fully protected?

In Australia, the measles vaccine (MMR) consists of 2 doses. If you’re not sure whether you’ve had 2 doses of the measles vaccine, visit your doctor. It’s safe to receive another dose.

Children born in Australia

  • If your children were born in Australia, they may have received the measles vaccine at 12 months old and the second dose at 18 months, in accordance with the National Immunisation Program.
  • If you have a baby under 12 months old, consult your doctor about getting their measles vaccination.

Adults born in Australia

  • Born before 1966 – you were most likely exposed to measles as a child and are generally considered to be immune. If in doubt, ask your GP.
  • Born between 1966 and 1994 – you may not have received 2 doses. Talk to your doctor about the free vaccine if you’re unsure.
  • Born after 1994 – the National Immunisation Program offers 2 doses, and you can check your vaccination status using the Australian Immunisation Register.

For more information about the measles vaccination, visit NSW Health or consult your local doctor.

NSW Waratahs visit RBSC

Karmichael Hunt and Will Miller from the NSW Waratahs visited RBSC on Friday 8th March for a coaching session with the Under 15 rugby union team. The boys enjoyed the tuition from these professional rugby players and the twenty boys that attended this skills session took a lot out of it. It is envisaged that the boys will now train together and play some practice games against some of the private of the schools in the area. Next year the Under 16 squad will be able to compete in the coveted Waratah Shield.

Guest visit

Last week Rose Bay Secondary College was fortunate to receive a visit from NSW Minister for Education, Mr Robert Stokes, as well as our local member, Mrs Gabrielle Upton. Upon the minister’s arrival, he was greeted by the principal and school captains Ashley Fyfe and myself at our new upgraded front entrance, a government funded project. It was a fantastic opportunity for myself as I’m currently undertaking legal studies so I was able to ask questions and clarify my inquiries with the Minister. Ms Bernadette Hayes, a P&C representative and chair of the P&C building subcommittee was also present and gave her perspective as a parent to Ms Upton and Mr Stokes.​ Mr Stokes kindly gave us three books as a donation to the library.